Globe, AZ vs Pima, AZ

Globe is moderately more affordable than Pima, with a 5.7% lower cost of living index. Globe scores 82 compared to 87 for Pima, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Pima can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Globe is $909/month compared to $1,047/month in Pima — a 13% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Globe is more affordable at $214,800 median vs $261,700.

Median household income in Globe is $66,545 compared to $97,238 in Pima (-31.6%). While Pima is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Globe spend roughly 16.4% of their income on rent, more than the 12.9% in Pima.